Enjoy the refreshing and flavorful taste of Tuna Poke with this easy-to-follow recipe. Tuna Poke is a traditional Hawaiian dish that combines fresh tuna, soy sauce, sesame oil, and other ingredients for a mouthwatering appetizer or main course. This recipe will guide you through preparing the tuna, making the marinade, and assembling the dish. Serve it over rice or with some crunchy wonton chips for a delightful seafood experience. Tuna Poke is perfect for parties, family gatherings, or a healthy and flavorful meal at home.
Ingredients
- 1 lb fresh tuna, sushi-grade
- 2 tablespoons soy sauce
- 1 tablespoon sesame oil
- 1 tablespoon rice vinegar
- 2 green onions, thinly sliced
- 1/2 teaspoon red pepper flakes (optional)
- 1/4 teaspoon sesame seeds
- 1 avocado, diced
- 1/4 cup chopped cilantro leaves
Directions
- Begin by cutting the tuna into small cubes, about 1/2 inch in size.
- In a mixing bowl, combine the soy sauce, sesame oil, rice vinegar, green onions, red pepper flakes, and sesame seeds. Mix well to combine all the flavors.
- Add the diced avocado to the marinade and gently toss to coat.
- Add the tuna cubes to the marinade and toss gently to evenly coat the tuna with the flavorful marinade. Make sure not to overmix, as you want to keep the tuna cubes intact.
- Cover the bowl with plastic wrap and place it in the refrigerator for at least 10 minutes to allow the flavors to meld and the tuna to marinate.
- Before serving, sprinkle the chopped cilantro leaves over the tuna poke for added freshness and flavor.
- Serve the tuna poke over steamed rice or with wonton chips for a delicious appetizer or main course.
